Charities & Organizations

Youth groups, from scouting programs to religious organizations, after-school clubs and community service groups all serve common goals for those involved. Youth meetings provide companionship and...

There are thousands of ideas out there for fundraisers, which may lay the problem. There can be so many ideas in a group about fundraising that the most time consuming part might be in picking a...

Scratch Cards are great to raise cash for a non profit group or charity that does not involve taking orders or making deliveries. While there are hundreds of different companies that sale scratch...

Raffles can be a great way to raise funds for a non profit group or project. Items for the raffle can usually be obtained free by asking area businesses for donations. Asking for donated items...

Working with kindergarten and first grade girls is a rewarding experience. Earning petals has to be fun and age appropriate for little girls. One of the most important petals is the violet one...

This article will cover how to donate used Christmas Cards. While Christmas Cards are a beautiful Holiday Tradition, they can be wasteful and many people would like to contribute to a good...

Until the mid-twentieth century, youth violence generally referred to the occasional school-yard fist fight. However, the term has taken on new meaning, and the scope of violent behavior among...

When applying for not-for-profit status with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), you might have to go through weeks, even months, of building a qualified organization.

For people with disabilities, performing the tasks of daily life are a struggle. Holding down a job is often impossible. Even with the assistance of Social Security Supplemental Security Income...

There are people all across America who have fallen on hard times. They’ve lost their jobs, some have lost their homes. They are getting food from their local community food bank, from soup...

Giving to the Salvation Army is a noble cause. The organization donates its time and efforts to helping those with the most need. A gift basket is a great way to make a donation to the Salvation...

Orphanages are homes for children who have lost their families. Throughout the developed world they have been largely replaced by smaller group homes that specialize in foster care. This is...

The memory is infinite and records all that we do. And without end, it passes by again the fragments of an escaped life. You, harnessed at the present, continue to advance, while leaving behind...

Have you caught the fever from the growing Go Green movement, and find your small town doesn't support recycling? Are you tired of paying so much for your garbage service? Or maybe you've been...

A penny war fundraiser is a fun and creative way of raising money for your cause. Because of it's friendly competitive nature, this is a fundraiser that will have people talking for weeks, if not...

The United States spends more than $5 billion a year combating terrorism at home and abroad, and we're not the only nation with a substantial budget earmarked for this effort. Identifying nations...

The 2005-2007 U.S. Census Bureau statistics show that close to 39 million people within this country live at or below the poverty level, as set forth by the Department of Health and Human...

Culinary nutrition students focus on learning about healthy food options. Many scholarships exist to help culinary nutrition students cover tuition and other school expenses.

Founding a nonprofit organization is not an easy task, but with some research and preparation, it can be accomplished with few headaches. If you have an idea for a new nonprofit, or would like to...

Many charities can find use for your unused or unwanted airline miles. Some charities are devoted to helping people travel to see loved ones or achieve their dreams, while other charities can use...

Deseret Industries is a non-profit organization that was established by Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS). Sacramento, California is the location for one of the 40-plus stores...

You can donate a car to charity in your community for the benefit of everyone. You are able to get rid of your car when you donate a car to charity and get a tax deduction. A local technical...

The holidays are approaching and people will start thinking about gifts for friends and loved ones. Consider giving a gift that gives back and helps others, not only during the holidays but all...

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Clear Water Initiative was founded by Army Captain, Benjamin Sklaver who died this past October 2, 2009. The wonderful non-profit charity has provided clean drinking water to more than 6,500...

This is a good way to make your grocery budget stretch further. This also helps if you have vendors that sell vegetables and fruits along the roadside. Great tips for one stop shopping.

If you are a member of a nonprofit organization seeking funding, businesses can be a great resource for you, particularly if your group is small and provides local services. Some corporations...

When a soldier sustains significant wounds, he is often no longer able to continue his military career. A career change often necessitates education. Many grants are available for disabled...

Hospitals provide critical care during an emergency. Their primary responsibilities are the safety and well-being of the patients already in their care as well as individuals injured during the...

When people run donation drives for charities, they often sort out the worn linens and dispose of them. Many charities not only accept worn linens but welcome them. Donating worn hotel towels...

Many foundations recognize the important foundation laid by elementary education and provide grants to support high-quality education. These grants fund a variety of projects both in and out of...

Nonprofit agencies provide myriad programs and services to meet needs in communities across the United States. From homeless shelters, to food programs, to advocacy agencies, nonprofits provide a...

The public libraries of North Carolina consist of hundreds of local libraries throughout the state and the State Library of North Carolina located in Raleigh. All these libraries are eligible for...

Children are the center of attention at Christmastime, and yet many children's families are too poor to provide for them year round, much less at Christmas. If you're reading this, you can...

When times are tough, getting government assistance to help pay the bills can be a viable option for those who qualify. Most government programs that assist citizens financially are for disabled...

Teen pregnancy rates are rising again. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 435,436 births to mothers aged 15 to 19 years in the United States in 2006. That's a...

watched an episode of the Oprah Winfrey Show about impoverished women and girls around the world. Needless to say I was all teary eyed by the end of the show. Oprah and guests were discussing...

Although science and literacy rank among some of the more popular grants, there are many grant opportunities for social studies teachers. These grants support history and the humanities taught...

More than 700,000 children in Africa die each year from malaria---a completely preventable illness. This disease, spread by mosquito bites, can be eradicated. It has been reported that 90 percent...

Many people in the U.S. and throughout the world know of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and its money-making, or sometimes, money-losing abilities. Its younger sibling is the American Stock...

Dozens of school library grants are available to build and maintain resources for students, ensuring that they have a variety of writing and technology at their disposal.

Making do with nothing and getting by with little is about as hard as it can get financially. And despite how you feel right now understand that you are not alone. Here’s how to make it through...

You can donate to your local food bank or charity without breaking the bank . Here is a way to do this . This year more than ever local charities are in need of our help . The number of people...

Running a silent auction is a wonderful way to raise money for charity or a special cause. The best part about silent auctions is that they require less work to manage, and produce results that...

Being a volunteer firefighter is a fast-paced, challenging commitment that people willingly risk their lives for. Since volunteers don't get paid for their services, those who are volunteer...

Student grants for travel offer students, whose funds are often limited, opportunities beyond the limitations of their campuses. By attending conferences or traveling abroad, students gain a...

Christmas is a beautiful time of year for most people but the elderly often have special challenges that make enjoying Christmas a challenge. There are many ways to help lonely, needy, or...

Becoming a participant in volunteer activities is an excellent way to contribute to your community while helping yourself at the same time. Whether you are looking for a way to spend some of your...

Volunteer workers can be found all over the world, performing a multitude of different skills and tasks. Not all volunteer efforts involve working with the disadvantaged or needy, for it is quite...

School safety laws are a set of guidelines, usually included in a code of conduct, designed to make students and their parents feel safe and comfortable while at school. The rules may include...